Siechem Madurai Panthers are up against Nellai Royal Kings in the 16th match of the TNPL 2025 on 18 June 2025, at SCF Cricket Ground, Salem. This article will cover match details, pitch report, playing XI, player stats, Dream11 predictions and fantasy cricket tips for the SMP vs NRK match.
Match Preview
Madurai Panthers have had a slow start to their campaign, with just one win from three games. They currently sit in sixth place and need to string together a few victories to stay in playoff contention. The side has struggled with consistency in both batting and bowling, and the upcoming match offers a chance to reset their rhythm. With the season reaching its halfway mark, Madurai cannot afford another slip-up if they want to stay alive in the tournament.
Nellai Royal Kings, on the other hand, have won two of their three games and are sitting in a strong fourth position. They’ve shown good balance in their lineup and will want to keep the momentum going. A win here could push them closer to the top spots. With their bowling clicking and their batters getting the job done, the Kings will be confident heading into this clash against a side still finding its feet.
SMP vs NRK Match Details
| Match: | Salem Spartans vs Trichy Grand Cholas, Match 7 |
| Tournament: | TNPL 2025 |
| Date: | 10 June 2025 |
| Time: | 7:15 PM (IST) |
| Venue: | SCF Cricket Ground, Salem |
| Live Streaming: | JioHotstar |
Probable Playing XI for SMP vs NRK Match of TNPL 2025
Siechem Madurai Panthers
Ram Arvindh R, B Anirudh Sita Ram, NS Chaturved (Captain), Atheeq Rahman, Sarath Kumar C, Ganesh S (Wicket-keeper), P Saravanan, Rajalingam S, Murugan Ashwin, P Vignesh, Gurjapneet Singh, Surya Anand S
Nellai Royal Kings
Arun Karthik (Captain), NS Harish, Ajitesh G, Rithik Easwaran (Wicket-keeper), Nirmal Kumar, Sonu Yadav, Muhammed Adnan Khan, Sachin Rathi, Valliappan Yudheeswaran, Emmanuel Cherian, Bhasker Rocky, Santhosh Kumar D
Pitch Report
The pitch at SCF Cricket Ground in Salem tends to stay balanced through the game but does offer something for the spinners as it wears on. With an average first-innings score of 156, it’s a surface where both bat and ball have a fair say. Chasing has worked slightly more often than not, with teams batting second winning 54% of the time. It’s the kind of pitch where steady partnerships and smart spin play often decide the outcome.
SMP vs NRK Head-to-Head Records
- Siechem Madurai Panthers Won: 0
- Nellai Royal Kings: 3
SMP vs NRK Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Dream11 Team Today
- Wicket-Keeper: Arun Karthik, Ram Aravindh R
- Batters: M Adnan-Khan, B Anirudh Sitaram
- All-Rounders: Murugan Ashwin, Sonu Yadav, NS Harish, PK Saravanan
- Bowlers: Gurjapneet Singh, V Yudheeswaran, Sachin Rathi
- Captain: Sonu Yadav
- Vice-Captain: Ram Aravindh R
SMP vs NRK Match Prediction
Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Siechem Madurai Panthers is expected to win this match.
